State GS6 75 URRBS - Manual (Page 13)

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SETTING THE WATER HEATER TEMPERATURE AT 120°F (49°C)
(APPROX. " " MARK ON FACE OF THE TEMPERATURE ADJUSTING
DIAL) WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF SCALDS.
Some States or Provinces
require settings at specifi c lower temperatures.
Figure 6 shows the approximate water temperatures produced at various
thermostat settings. Short repeated heating cycles caused by small hot
water uses can cause temperatures at the point of use to exceed the
thermostat setting by up to 20°F (11°C). If you experience this type of
use you should consider using lower temperature settings to reduce
scald hazards.
Valves for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot
water are available. Also available are inexpensive devices that attach
to faucets to limit hot water temperatures. Contact a licensed plumber
or the local plumbing authority.
To avoid any unintentional changes in water temperature settings, the
control has a tamper resistant feature for changing the temperature
setting. To change the temperature setting follow these instructions:
1. "Wake Up" the temperature indicators by holding down both the
"COOLER" and "HOTTER" temperature adjustment buttons at
the same time for one second (see Figure 6). One or two of the
temperature indicators will light up. These indicators will only remain
on for 30 seconds if no further buttons are pressed. After 30 seconds
the control will go back to "Sleep" mode.
2. Release both of the temperature adjustment buttons.
A. To decrease the temperature press and release the "COOLER"
button until desired setting is reached.
B. To increase the temperature press and release the "HOTTER"
button until the desired setting is reached.
NOTE: Holding down the button will not continue to lower or raise the
temperature setting. The button must be pressed and released for each
temperature change desired.
SHOULD OVERHEATING OCCUR OR THE GAS SUPPLY FAIL TO
SHUT OFF, TURN OFF THE MAIN MANUAL GAS SHUTOFF VALVE
TO THE APPLIANCE. SEE FIGURE 1 (G).
TEMPERATURE REGULATION
DANGER
THIS WATER HEATER IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ADJUSTABLE
THERMOSTAT TO CONTROL WATER TEMPERATURE. HOT WATER
TEMPERATURES REQUIRED FOR AUTOMATIC DISHWASHING AND
LAUNDRY USE CAN CAUSE PAINFUL SCALDING WITH POSSIBLE
SERIOUS AND PERMANENT INJURY. THE TEMPERATURE AT WHICH
INJURY OCCURS VARIES WITH THE PERSON’S AGE AND THE TIME
OF THE EXPOSURE. THE SLOWER RESPONSE TIME OF CHILDREN,
AGED OR DISABLED PERSONS INCREASES THE HAZARDS TO
THEM. NEVER ALLOW SMALL CHILDREN TO USE A HOT WATER TAP,
OR TO DRAW THEIR OWN BATH WATER. NEVER LEAVE A CHILD
OR DISABLED PERSON UNATTENDED IN A BATHTUB OR SHOWER.
THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE
THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS. IF A SUITABLE
AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD BE INSTALLED OVER
THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Suitable covers
are available through Water Heater Parts Fulfi llment, 125 Southeast
Parkway, Franklin, TN 37068.
It is recommended that lower water temperatures be used to avoid the
risk of scalding. It is further recommended, in all cases, that the water
temperature setting be set for the lowest temperature that satisfi es
your hot water needs. This will also provide the most energy effi cient
operation of the water heater. The water temperature adjustment was
factory set at the lowest temperature. Pressing the "COOLER"
button
decreases temperature and pressing the "HOTTER" button increases
the temperature
Temperature Setting
Display
A B C
C-Flashing = approx. 160°F (71°C)
C = approx. 150°F (66°C)
B = approx. 140°F (60°C)
A = approx. 130°F (54°C)
= approx. 120°F (49°C)
WARM = approx. 80°F (27°C)
FIGURE 7.
Water
Temperature
°F (°C)
Time for 1st
Degree Burn
(Less Severe Burns)
Time for Permanent Burns
2nd & 3rd Degree
(Most Severe Burns)
110 (43.3) (normal shower temp.)
116 ( 46.6) (pain threshold)
116 ( 46.6) 35 minutes 45 minutes
122 (50) 1 minute 5 minutes
131 (55) 5 seconds 25 seconds
140 (60) 2 seconds 5 seconds
149 (65) 1 second 2 seconds
154 (67.7) instantaneous 1 second
(U.S. Government Memorandum, C.P.S.C., Peter L. Armstrong, Sept. 15,1978)